Ruth Chepngetich dedicated her world record achievement to Kelvin Kiptum, honoring his legacy with a time of 2:09:56, almost two minutes faster than the previous record.
Chepngetich expressed her joy, stating, "I feel so great, I'm proud of myself. This is my dream that has come true." She emphasized her preparation for the race.
The Chicago Marathon saw runners commemorate Kiptum's memory, with stickers bearing his record time handed out to participants, illustrating the profound impact of his legacy.
Amidst the celebration of Chepngetich's victory, the running community in Kenya mourns Kiptum's loss and another tragedy involving Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, underlining the year's challenges.
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